Makita AC001G Instruction Manual page 6

W ARNING:
Risk to Breathing
W HAT CAN HAPPEN
The compressed air from your compressor is not
safe for breathing.
T h e a i r s t r e a m m a y c o n t a i n c a r b o n m o n o x i d e o r
other vapors, or particles from the tank or other
components.
Sprayed materials such as paint, paint solvents,
paint remover, insecticides, weed killers, etc.,
contain harmful vapors and poisons.
Breathing compressor or sprayed materials vapor
can result in serious injury.
HO W TO PREVENT IT
Never inhale air from the compressor, either
directly or from a breathing device connected to
the compressor.
Work in an area equipped with good cross
v e n t i l a t i o n .
Read and follow the safety instructions provided
on the label or safety data sheet for the material
you are spraying.
Use an approved respirator designed for use with
your specific application.
Do not carry the compressor while painting.
W ARNING:
Risk from Noise
Wear hearing protection to protect your ears
against exhaust noise and noise during operation.
W ARNING:
Risk from Compressed Air
W HAT CAN HAPPEN
The compressed air stream can cause soft tissue
damage, and can propel dirt, chips, loose particles and
small objects at high speed, resulting in property dam-
age or personal injury.
HO W TO PREVENT IT
Always wear approved safety glasses with side
shields when using or maintaining the compressor.
Never point any nozzle or sprayer toward any part
of the body or at other people or animals.
Always turn the compressor off and bleed pres-
sure from the air line before attempting mainte-
n a n c e , a t t a c h i n g t o o l s o r a c c e s s o r i e s .
W ARNING:
Risk from Moving Parts
W HAT CAN HAPPEN
The compressor cycles automatically when the On/
Auto-Off switch is in the On/Auto position. If you attempt
repair or maintenance while the compressor is operat-
ing or plugged in, you can expose yourself to moving
parts.
These moving parts can cause serious injury.
HO W TO PREVENT IT
Always turn off the On/Auto-Off switch and remove
the battery cartridge. After that, release air pres-
sure from the tank and any attachments before
attempting any maintenance or repair.
Never operate the compressor with guards or
c o v e r s w h i c h a r e d a m a g e d o r r e m o v e d .
Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away from
moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair
can be caught in moving parts.
Air vents may cover moving parts and should be
a v o i d e d a s w e l l .
W ARNING:
Risk of Burn
Do not operate the portable compressor with
the doors or enclosures open !
Do not open the cock before the air hose is
attached !
W HAT CAN HAPPEN
Contact with hot parts such as the compressor head or
o u t l e t t u b e s c o u l d r e s u l t i n a s e r i o u s s k i n b u r n .
HO W TO PREVENT IT
Never touch hot components during or immedi-
ately after operation of the compressor. Do not
reach around protective shrouds or attempt main-
tenance until the compressor has been allowed to
c o o l .
Always hold the handle when move or transport
the compressor.
During using the compressor and within one hour
after use, do not touch the heated parts such as
c y l i n d e r , c y l i n d e r h e a d , a n d e x h a u s t h o s e . T h e s e
parts become hot and can cause burn injury.
W ARNING:
Transport
Always hold the handle when handling, lifting,
moving, or transporting the compressor. Do
not attempt to pull or carry the air compressor
by the hose. Doing so may damage the com-
pressor and/or hose.
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